It’s Leap Year Week! Here’s What To Know In Tewksbury

Adult board game night is Tuesday

The final indoor Tewksbury Community Winter Market is this Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Tewksbury Senior Center. The market will feature around 30 vendors inside the large hall, plus two food trucks in the parking lot. Find an assortment of prepared foods and artisan goods. The consignment and gift shops at the Senior Center will also be open.

Early voting in the 2024 Presidential Primary runs this week. Registered voters can drop into town hall during regular business hours and cast their ballots. Learn more.

Monday, Feb. 26

Wellness Workshop: Making New Friends, Losing Friends
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Senior Center

 The reality is that, as we age, we find that we lose our loved ones, friends and family. Join us in a iscussion to talk about strategies on how to handle these changes and nurturing new friendships.

Finance Committee
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Town Hall

The Finance Committee will review the town’s enterprise funds, DPW general fund and capital budget. Agenda

Planning Board
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Town Hall or catch the meeting on Tewksbury TV or Comcast (6) or Verizon (33)

The Planning Board is scheduled to hear discussion on the Tewksbury Dental overflow parking, the Holt & Bugbee lot split, the proposed retail cannabis shop at 1625 Andover St.and the proposed daycare at 770 Main St. as well as a site plan modification at 1695 Shawsheen St.  Agenda

Tuesday, Feb. 27

Bridget Garabedian Campaign Kickoff
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Kyoto

The Campaign to Re-elect Bridget Garabedian to the Tewksbury School Committee invites all voters to a kickoff event. Please bring some new socks for donation to a local center. Learn more.

Adult Board Game Night
When: 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Library, register here

This month, board gamer extraordinaire Jonah McCreary will be teaching us how to play Photosynthesis and Flamecraft. Additionally, several tables will be available for “open play” if you’d like to bring your own games or borrow one of the library’s. Light refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library through a generous donation from 100+ People Who Care Tewksbury.

‘Greater Lowell Vision Zero’ Public Forum
When: 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: Virtual, register here

The Northern Middlesex Council of Governments (NMCOG) is hosting a virtual public forum tonight. During the event, they will present on the region’s high-injury crashes and high-risk networks. Vision Zero plans to utilize a data-driven approach, emphasize equity and present a shift from traditional transportation planning. Learn more.

Shawsheen Tech School Committee
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Shawsheen Tech or YouTube

The Shaw Tech School Committee will hear updates on food services and athletics and vote on its FY25 operating budget. Agenda

Wednesday, Feb. 28

North Andover Walk the Woods
When: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Starts at Forest headquarters at 305 Middleton Rd., North Andover

Offered by the Harold Parker State Forest Interpretive Program. Exercise, along with a good night’s sleep can increase serotonin, giving a sense of well being. Combine these two at beautiful Harold Parker State Forest every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. This is a moderately paced walk appropriate for all ages. Wear walking footwear; bring water and sunscreen as appropriate. Bob Anderson, Park Interpreter under the Bureau of Ranger Services, leads the weekly hikes that average 25-30 participants of all ages including pre-schoolers. Learn more about similar programs.

Thursday, Feb. 29 aka Leap Day

Tracking Beavers, Raccoons, Coyotes & Other Wild Mammals in Winter
When: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Hybrid — attend virtually or in person at the Library

Have you ever wondered what wild mammals live in your neighborhood? The barrenness of deciduous plants and the presence of snow in winter can help illuminate wildlife signs like tracks, chews, and scat. Learn to interpret the sometimes-subtle clues left behind by American beavers, Eastern coyotes, raccoons and fishers.

“Ask Alex!” Planner’s Spring Office Hours
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Library

Community/Economic Development Planner Alexandra Lowder will hold open office hours in the months leading up to Town Meeting on a variety of dates. The goal of these office hours is to help educate residents on the planning process, how zoning works, and timely subjects such as MBTA Communities in an informal, conversational setting. Residents are encouraged to ask general and project-specific questions.

Tewksbury Winter Community Market
When: 4 – 7 p.m.
Where: Senior Center

This FINAL Winter Community Market will feature 30 vendors, including many favorites from the Tewksbury Community Market’s summer season, plus several food trucks.

Friday, March 1

Movie: The Boys In The Boat
When: 7 – 9 p.m.
Where: Library, register here

The Boys In The Boat is a 1930s-set story centered on the University of Washington’s rowing team, from their Depression-era beginnings to winning gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Starring Joel Edgerton, Callum Turner and Peter Guinness, and directed by George Clooney. Rated PG-13. 2 Hours. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Pizza & water will be served. A $2 donation is suggested. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Tewksbury Lions Club.

Weekend

Tiny Art Reception
When: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: LibraryJoin participants from TPL’s first ever Tiny Art Show in a celebration of creativity in our community while also celebrating the 2024 winners in each age category. Tiny brunch and refreshments will be served while supplies last. No registration is required, and this event is for residents of all ages. This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Tewksbury Library. Learn more about the Friends.